2 citations
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February 2025 in “Journal of Nanobiotechnology” In this study, metal-organic frameworks modified with stearic acid were used to deliver cardamonin to hair follicles, significantly promoting hair growth and cell proliferation in testosterone-challenged mice, suggesting potential benefits for androgenic alopecia treatment.
4 citations
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September 2020 in “Frontiers in Microbiology” In this study, algal oligosaccharides effectively countered key factors in androgenetic alopecia pathogenesis, improving hair growth indicators in vitro and in mice.
May 2026 in “Drug Delivery and Translational Research” Nanocarriers with spironolactone and 2-deoxy-D-ribose may improve hair loss treatment by targeting hair follicles directly.
3 citations
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March 2016 in “Phytotherapy Research” In laboratory tests, this study found that a novel natural composition targeting 5-alpha reductase and inflammatory pathways reduced disease-related markers in androgenetic alopecia and benign prostatic hyperplasia more effectively than finasteride.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review highlights the potential of nanocarriers, like liposomes and solid lipid nanoparticles, in improving targeted drug delivery and effectiveness for androgenetic alopecia treatment, while noting the hurdles of clinical trials and regulatory approval for these advanced methods.
July 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study reports that dermatologists account for only 23% of social media posts about AGA therapy but have the highest average follower count, suggesting they could significantly enhance education on these platforms.
October 2025 in “Annals of Medicine and Surgery” This study discusses the potential of topical retinoids, vitamin A derivatives, to improve treatment outcomes for androgenetic alopecia by promoting hair growth through extending the anagen phase and stimulating follicular activity, offering a promising approach when combined with existing therapies.
February 2026 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This research describes CG2001's promising safety profile and reduced systemic exposure as an alternative to finasteride, supporting its further development for androgenic alopecia treatment in future trials.
7 citations
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August 2019 in “Bioorganic & medicinal chemistry” This study identified novel 4-Amino-2H-benzo[h]chromen-2-one analogs as potent androgen receptor antagonists that show strong antiproliferative activity against prostate cancer cells, suggesting them as potential lead compounds for therapy development.
February 2025 in “Prospects in Pharmaceutical Sciences” This source reports that clascoterone cream, a topical androgen receptor inhibitor, has shown effectiveness in treating facial acne vulgaris in patients 12 and older, with clinical trials indicating a favorable safety profile compared to systemic treatments, and potential for broader dermatological applications.
3 citations
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November 2021 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This article discusses hormonal mechanisms underlying androgenetic alopecia but does not report any new findings; it reviews the roles of dihydrotestosterone and available FDA-approved treatments.
3 citations
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December 2000 in “PubMed” This study reports that the compound CS-891 can inhibit 5alpha-reductase activity in the dermal papillae of human hair follicles, suggesting potential for treating androgenetic alopecia.
6 citations
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November 2004 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters” This study found that arylhydantoin and arylthiohydantoin derivatives with hydroxybutyl or methyl side-chains showed superior androgen receptor binding affinity and may serve as promising radioiodinated AR ligands.
20 citations
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January 2018 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Safety” This review discusses androgenetic alopecia management with 5α-reductase inhibitors, emphasizing that while dutasteride shows superior efficacy, finasteride is suggested as preferable due to predictable adverse effects and preservation of physiological roles.
14 citations
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August 2007 in “Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters” This study reported that the compound (1R, 2S)-4-(2-cyano-cyclohexyl-oxy)-2-trifluoromethyl-benzonitrile effectively stimulated hair growth in mice and reduced sebum production in hamsters.
August 2024 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This report describes a case where a 44-year-old male treated with vorasidenib for diffuse low-grade gliomas developed unexpected hair growth, including in areas of severe hair loss, after one month, highlighting a previously undocumented side effect.
January 2026 in “RSC Medicinal Chemistry” This study notes the ongoing challenge in developing new drugs for androgenetic alopecia, mentioning that both minoxidil and finasteride were originally intended for treating hypertension. Results are not reported.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This source describes SH‑1 as a next-generation androgen receptor antagonist designed for localized treatment of androgenetic alopecia, aiming to reverse follicular miniaturization while maintaining endocrine balance. Unlike traditional therapies, SH‑1 offers tissue-specific action, avoiding systemic effects.
12 citations
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April 1995 in “Journal of Medicinal Chemistry” In this study, 4-substituted N-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-3-oxo-4-androstene-17.beta.-carboxamides were synthesized and evaluated in vitro as potential 5 alpha-reductase inhibitors and antiandrogens.
52 citations
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June 2009 in “Current Opinion in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Obesity” This review discusses the pathogenesis and treatment of androgenetic alopecia, highlighting genome associations and newer topical formulations, but reports no new clinical results.
17 citations
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April 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that the synthetic thyroid hormone receptor modulator KB2115 significantly prolonged the growth phase of human hair follicles in culture without altering mitochondrial activity, suggesting potential as a safer hair loss treatment compared to traditional thyroid hormones.
January 2022 in “Current Enzyme Inhibition” This study found that two novel nonsteroidal derivatives inhibited specific enzymes in vitro and in vivo, leading to dihydrotestosterone accumulation in androgen-dependent glands, suggesting potential therapeutic use for mood improvement in the elderly.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study identified Saponin Re and Emodin as top candidates for treating androgenetic alopecia, suggesting future research in dermal papilla cell cultures and scalp organoids despite safety concerns.
April 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review discusses the potential of nanocarriers like liposomes and nanoparticles to enhance the delivery and efficacy of treatments for androgenetic alopecia, while noting the challenges of clinical translation, such as securing reliable trials and regulatory approval.
March 2023 in “Reactions Weekly”
2 citations
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December 2008 in “Journal of Chemical Crystallography” This study reports the crystal structure and geometric parameters of a modified Finasteride derivative, highlighting significant differences in dihedral angles compared to its solvated analog and computational models.
April 2024 in “Expert opinion on emerging drugs” In this research review, the authors note that while topical minoxidil and oral finasteride are FDA-approved treatments for male androgenetic alopecia, some patients experience inadequate responses or side effects, prompting exploration of alternative therapies like newer 5-α reductase inhibitors and androgen receptor antagonists.
2 citations
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November 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks” This article discusses the role of the androgen receptor in regulating development and homeostasis, and reviews treatment approaches for conditions related to hormone imbalances, without reporting new clinical findings.
January 2005 in “Translational and Clinical Pharmacology” HDMHG0401-10 improves hair loss in men with androgenetic alopecia and has no major side effects.